Energy Markets: A new look at global oil dynamics says crude could plausibly revisit $50 as Hormuz reopens and prices settle around the high-$60s, with demand-supply fundamentals now driving outcomes more than worst-case geopolitics. Regional Security & Gas: Colombia and Guyana are exploring a strategic alliance centered on regional security and energy cooperation, with gas development flagged as a key pillar. Electricity Safety: GPL warned contractors after a crane operator at Beterverwagting dangerously extended a boom over a 69kV line, stressing coordination and safe clearances to prevent electrocution and outages. Power Sector Politics: Opposition MPs questioned the two-year extension of the Karpowership power-ship rental, arguing costs are rising while the gas-to-energy timeline remains uncertain. UAE Partnership: GPL signed an MoU with UAE-based Global South Utilities to advance power generation, renewables, and smart grid infrastructure, while President Ali also met UAE trade officials to deepen investment ties. Infrastructure & Aviation: Anna Regina/Mainstay’s $220M airstrip was commissioned, with officials calling airstrips “lifelines” for tourism, agriculture, healthcare access, and emergency response. Agriculture Payments: Over $403M was distributed to Region Two rice farmers under a $15,000 per acre cash grant programme. Fashion & Jobs: The ORIGINS Guyana Fashion Festival returns for the Diamond Jubilee, positioning fashion as part of the “Orange Economy” and a driver of culture and enterprise. Diplomacy Dispute: Minister Todd rejected claims that Guyana was not informed about Suriname’s solo financing plan for the Corentyne River bridge, insisting the project remains a joint undertaking. Sports: Blue Water Shipping Girls’ U-15 semifinals set the stage for the final four chase of the national crown.